Tom Izzo was recently in the gallery during a taping of Judge Mathis. If you are unfamiliar with the American judicial system, you may be surprised to discover how much of it hinges on the rooting allegiances of the defendant and plaintiff. A cynic would suggest this is deeply troubling and arbitrary, but that’s just the way things are.

The honorable judge heaped praise on the Michigan State coach, who was powerless to wipe away a beaming smile as an Ohio State fan squirmed.